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Plastic Optical Fiber POF 1mm Core from Germany

1mm core plastic optical fiber (POF) for automotive lighting and short-distance consumer electronics. HTS 9001.10.00 covers this optical fiber made of PMMA, distinct from glass types. Low-cost alternative for visible light transmission.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify numerical aperture and material (PMMA/PSK); distinguish from bulk plastic under Chapter 39; NA <0.5 confirms optical fiber status